Entry/Exit Requirements
Last verified: May 25, 2020
Entry Requirements at a Glance
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| Passport | Requirement | Typical stay | Approval Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
 Australia |
eVisa | 30 days | — |
 Bangladesh |
eVisa | 30 days | — |
 Brazil |
eVisa | 30 days | — |
 Canada |
eVisa | 30 days | — |
 China |
Visa not required | 90 days | — |
 Germany |
eVisa | 30 days | — |
 India |
eVisa | 30 days | — |
 Nigeria |
Visa not required | 90 days | — |
 Philippines |
Visa not required | 30 days | — |
 Singapore |
Visa not required | 14 days | — |
 United Arab Emirates |
Visa not required | 90 days | — |
 United Kingdom |
eVisa | 30 days | — |
 United States of America |
eVisa | 30 days | — |
 Vietnam |
eVisa | 30 days | — |
A passport and visa are required. Visas are not routinely available at the airport. Visitors to Benin should also carry the WHO Yellow Card (“Carte Jaune”) indicating that they have been vaccinated for yellow fever. Visit the Embassy of Benin website for the most current visa information. The Embassy is located at: 2124 Kalorama Road, NW, Washington, D.C. 20008; Telephone: 202-232-6656.
The U.S. Department of State is unaware of any HIV/AIDS entry restrictions for visitors to or foreign residents of Benin.
Information about dual nationality or the prevention of international child abduction can be found on our website. For further information about customs regulations, please read our Customs Information page.
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Population: 12,123,200
Total Land Area: 112,760 km2
Population/km2: 107.51